It's been nearly two months since the new £10 note came into circulation, and people are getting used to it, along with the new £1 coin and £5 note.

The new £10 notes are smaller than the old £10 note but larger than the £5.

They are made with the same polymer materials as the new fiver.

In fact, the size ratios are exactly the same as the those between the old fiver and the new ten pound note.

There will also be a new £20 released in 2020, but there are no plans to introduce a new £50 note as yet.

What's the difference between the old and new £10 notes?

The new £10 note

Besides the fact that one is made of polymer and one of paper, here's some features of the new £10 note to look out for writes the Liverpool Echo

Portrait of Jane Austen. Commissioned by James Edward Austen Leigh (Jane Austen’s nephew) in 1870, adapted from an original sketch of Jane Austen drawn by her sister, Cassandra Austen.

The quote – “I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading!” from Pride and Prejudice (Miss Bingley, Chapter XI).

An illustration of Miss Elizabeth Bennet undertaking “The examination of all the letters which Jane had written to her”– from a drawing by Isabel Bishop (1902-1988).

The image of Godmersham Park. Godmersham was home of Edward Austen Knight, Jane Austen's brother. Jane Austen visited the house often and it is believed that it was the inspiration for a number of her novels.

Jane Austen’s writing table – the central design in the background is inspired by the 12 sided writing table, and writing quills, used by Jane Austen at Chawton Cottage.

So, how long will it be before the old £10 notes go out of circulation?

The old £10 note won't be around much longer

The Bank of England says work is already under way to withdraw paper £10 notes, as they are banked by retailers and businesses.

That doesn't mean you can't use the paper £10 note any more - on the contrary, now is a good time to make sure you have spent them all while they are still being accepted by shops and businesses.

A Bank of England spokesperson said: "You can continue to use the paper £10 note, featuring Charles Darwin, until it is withdrawn from circulation in spring 2018.

"Notice will be given at least three months prior to the withdrawal date.

"Genuine Bank of England notes that have been withdrawn from circulation retain their face value for all time and can be exchanged at the Bank of England."

So that means that, even if you have some old £10 notes left after they go out of circulation, it is still possible to get them replaced - even if it means a bit of a trek.